How To Prevent Travel Acne

Going away for more than a couple of days? No worries, you can now bring your beauty essentials with you. Thanks to the new Proactiv Solution 15-Day Maintenance Kit.

I used to bring my 4-liter Megabox during my travel escapades and it contains all of my beauty essentials and toiletries, including my facial wash, facial toner, moisturizer, and creams and topical applications for my face and body. I bring everything - and they are all full-sized so you can just imagine the trouble and hassle of having to bring all of these heavy and bulky pieces. And because they are full-sized, I cannot place them inside my hand-carried baggage so it's a must to have it checked in in airports. This is a hassle especially since the trend now for travelers is to go backpacking and to bring just the essentials.

Exploring new places should not mean that you have to leave your beauty kit behind. Now, we can conveniently bring our acne defense system with us wherever and whenever we are in the mood to aboard a bus, train, or plane. The Proactive 15 Day Maintenance Kit is perfect for travel! It's not only handy, it is composed of your complete 3-Step Acne Treatment System: Renewing Cleanser, Revitalizing Toner, and Repairing Treatment - in three 1-oz. take-aboard bottles. It also comes with a Free Refining Mask, compact and easy to carry with in a Free Pouch! The pouch is small enough to fit in your backpack or gym bag. So you have no reason not to be beautiful anytime, anywhere!

How Proactiv Works Using Proactiv twice a day is the best way to clear your acne. It intervenes the buildup of the acne cycle by killing acne-causing bacteria and removing excess oils. It also helps in reducing swelling and redness of your existing pimples and exfoliates the skin to remove the dead-skin cells to prevent pores from being clogged.

If you remember my post last December about my sister receiving a Proactiv Kit from me for Christmas, I have an update for you! But that deserves a separate post. In the mean time, you can check out http://my.proactiv.com.ph/ if you wish to know more about Proactiv Products. 

Proactiv Solution 15-Day Maintenance Kit sells for P1,650.00 only. It is available through the Proactiv website and selected Watsons and SM Department Stores nationwide.

Proactiv Skin Care Advisors

Are you one of those girls who don't want to read the instructions from the packaging of a product that you will be using? I admit that I was one of those people who just immediately use the product and then only read instructions when something goes wrong. Instructions are vital, there were not printed on labels or packaging and pamphlets without cause. However, most of us just really ignore them.

Presenting, Proactiv Skin Care Advisors! They are your ultimate guide to a clear and healthy skin.

So, what are Proactiv Skin Care Advisors? 

The Skin Care Advisor Program was launched in January 2014 with the objective to provide the best information on acne care and Proactiv to our customers. Skin Care Advisors are technically Proactiv sales representative, deployed at selected Watsons stores and Proactiv mall kiosks: Trinoma, Glorietta 2 and Marquee Mall. 

Unlike ordinary sales personnel or promodisers, Skin Care Advisors are trained to offer free acne care advice and after-sales support for our customers. Having undergone the same training module created by Doctors Rodan and Fields, these are well-informed advisors and knowledgeable to answer queries about Acne and Proactiv. Skin Care Advisors give customers one-on-one guidance on how to achieve a lifetime of clear skin. 

I will have to commend Proactive for investing on their people. I have had hundreds of encounter with promodisers who would just shrug their shoulders when asked because they do not know the products that they are endorsing. I believe that a good salesperson must know the product by heart. And a better sales person does not only know the product by heart, he also goes the extra mile in actually learning about the product and offers customers with more value.

The Skin Care Advisors may be personally found at selected Watsons stores and Proactiv mall kiosks in Trinoma, Glorietta 2, and Marquee Mall. However, if you find yourself with some few questions but you could not go out to personally meet any of the skin advisors, you can also reach them through telephone. If you need advice simply call 729-2222.

Now, it's easier to find competent and knowledgeable persons who know how to answer our questions. We will now be assured that there will be someone whom we can depend on whenever we have some product and skin inquiries. I'm glad that Proactiv has launched this program not only to equip their people but to be more helpful to their customers as well. Learn more about Proactiv Skin Care Advisors by visiting http://my.proactiv.com.ph/skin-care-advisors.htm.

Buy Proactiv Kit Now and Get a chance to Win Patron Tickets to Avril Lavigne’s Concert!

I grew up loving Avril Lavigne and I swear I could still belt out the song Complicated in karaoke and I am just so glad that Avril is going to have a concert here in the Philippines again! This is Avril's 4th visit to our country and it just makes me so proud that the Canadian singer-songwriter has chosen to come back and delight her Filipino fans.

Okay, so before I rant about how I'm such a big fan of Avril (not to mention that our birthdays are just 2 months apart, and we're both born on the year of the rat), I'd like to share with you how you can get FREE TICKETS to Avril's concert! Our friends from Proactiv are very generous. Last year, they also sponsored some lucky individuals during the concert of another one of my favorites, Alicia Keys! Proactiv is not a sponsor for Avril's concert but they are generous enough to buy tickets directly from Ticketnet, the official ticketing agent for the event. This promo is brought to us by Proactiv as a token of appreciation for all Proactiv users and would-be users who have been testament to the effectiveness of their products.

So, without further adieu, here's how you can score those FREE TICKETS:

All customers who purchase Proactiv 30 day or 60 day kits from participating outlets within the promo purchase period will get a chance to join the electronic raffle to Win Patron Tickets to Avril Lavigne’s Concert on February 17, 2014 in Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Promo Purchase Period:  December 5, 2013 to February 4, 2014

Participating Outlets:

1. Proactiv Online Shopping Site: http://my.proactiv.com.ph
2. Proactiv Door-to-Door Delivery Phone Hotlines: (729-2222, 1-800-8-729-8888, 1-800-10-889-4444, 0917-801-8888)
3. Proactiv Mall Kiosks:

• Trinoma, 2nd Floor (Telephone: 380-3801)
• Glorietta, Ground Floor (Telephone 388-2848)
• Marquee Mall, Ground Floor (Telephone: 0935-8341523)

What are the prizes?

One (1) Grand Prize Winner of 2 Patron Tickets worth Php 5, 885 each

One (1) Winner of 2 Lower Box B Tickets worth Php4,825each

Three (3) Winners of 2 Upper Box B Tickets worth Php1,645 each

For reference, here's the complete list of ticket prices for the said event:

Ticket Prices:

• PATRON VIP - P7475 (Reserved Seating)

• PATRON - Php 5885 (Reserved Seating)

• LOWER BOX CENTER - Php 5355 (Reserved Seating)

• LOWER BOX REGULAR - Php 4825 (Reserved Seating)

• UPPER BOX A - Php 2705 (Reserved Seating)

• UPPER BOX B - Php 1645 (Free Seating)

• GENERAL ADMISSION - Php 905 (Free Seating)

Raffle Date: February 6, 2014 (Winners will be contacted directly with instructions on how to claim the prize)

HOW TO JOIN

Simply buy either a Proactiv 30-day Kit or Proactiv 60-day kit within the promo period.

If buying from Online Shopping Cart: my.proactiv.com.ph or Door to Door Delivery Hotlines (729-2222, 1-800-8-729-8888, 1-800-10-889-4444, 0917-801-8888), the registered account name shall automatically qualify for a raffle entry equivalent.

If buying from Proactiv Mall Kiosks (2F, Trinoma, GF, Glorietta 2, GF, Marquee Mall), you must fill-out the Official Raffle Entry Form and must be submitted to the Sales Officer in-charge to qualify for the raffle.

Note: Every purchase of Proactiv Solution 30-day kit is equivalent to one (1) Raffle Entry and every purchase of Proactiv Solution 60-day kit is equivalent to two (2) Raffle Entries

Don't forget, terms and conditions apply....

Avril Lavigne photos are from https://www.facebook.com/AvrilLavigneLiveInManila

Proactiv Daily Oil Control

Are you having problems with OILY SKIN? Get the slick off with Proactiv Daily Oil Control.

Proactiv Daily Oil Control is ideal for both men and women because it controls and balances the oil levels and gives a matte finish after using it. It's a facial lotion and it is designed to absorb excess oil and helps fight acne, too. It helps the skin to remain soft, smooth, and hydrated, without looking or feeling greasy.

Like all Proactiv products, this tube is sealed for protection.

I was honestly amazed by this product the first time I used it. I have been very open in this blog about my problems with oily skin. Fortunately for this season, I have managed my oily face, but I know that this coming summer time my problems with grease would soon come back.

The first time I used this product, I was not initially amazed with the Proactiv Daily Control the moment I tested it at the back of my hand because I thought that the product was too runny. However, I thanked the watery consistency when I applied the product on my face because it means that I don't need a lot of product to cover my entire face, a saving grace! It actually felt just like applying a normal moisturizer. I was expecting that it would make my face dry, but it didn't. Instead, it gave me a matte face.

What are the benefits of using Proactiv Daily Oil Control? 
1. It helps control oil and other impurities that may cause pores to clog.
2. It helps to add moisture to the skin without a greasy feel.
3. It helps control sebum production that can cause skin imperfections.
4. It helps prevent makeup from streaking throughout the day.

What are the Key Ingredients? Let's get to know the active ingredients found in Proactiv Daily Oil Control

• Decylene Glycol – a highly effective moisturizer and oil controller. This is a synthetic glycol that is mostly used in cosmetic products as a skin conditioning agent.
• Silicone blend – provides a moisture barrier to soften, soothe, and hydrate the skin 
• Nylon-12 – absorbs excess oil, and provides anti-shine properties. The Environmental Working Group has rated Nylon at 99% safe, and this is commonly used in cosmetics such as moisturizers, because of its ability to provide shine reduction and it is very pliable, being able to expand and contract with a person's facial movements without filling in small lines.

How does it complement the Proactiv 3 Step System? 

Just a thin layer of Daily Oil Control reduces excess facial oil and balances your skin's natural oil level to get rid of shine. It also keeps makeup from streaking and helps keep pores from clogging while it hydrates skin, so it's great for your complexion. I have always asked why the 3-step System does not include a moisturizer and now that I have been acquainted with the Proactiv Daily Oil Control, my question has finally been asked. This product doubles as a moisturizer and I'm so glad that this kind of moisturizer helps in absorbing excess oil. 

There are two things that I like best about this product. First, its moisturizing properties are simply amazing because I never imagined that a product that claims to absorb excess oil could also moisturize the skin. I thought that this product would dry my skin out, but it didn't. It gave me a matte look but it did not dry my skin. Second, I like how this works as my make-up primer. I have been using powder foundation lately to combat my oily face. Now that I have found a good moisturizer that gives me matte finish, I can use my liquid foundation again! I like how my makeup stays put even after office hours when I use the Proactiv Daily Oil Control. I don't need to use expensive makeup primers!

You can buy your Proactiv Daily Oil Control at the following outlets:

a. Proactiv Online Shopping: http://my.proactiv.com.ph

b. Proactiv Door-to-Door Delivery Hotlines:
Metro Manila Landline: (02) 729-2222
Globe Provincial: 1-800-8-729-8888
PLDT Provincial: 1-800-10-889-4444
Mobile No.: 0917-801-8888

c. Proactiv Mall Kiosks
Ground Floor, Glorietta 2 - Contact Number: (02) 388 2848
2nd Floor, Trinoma - Contact Number: (02) 380 3801
Ground Floor, Marquee Mall - Contact Number: 0935.834.1523

 The Proactiv Daily Oil Control retails at Php 899 for every 50ml tube.

Experience of a Proactiv User: Month 1

I won a 60-day kit from Proactiv and I know just the right person to give it to. The kit has the following contents:

Step 1: Proactiv Renewing Cleanser

Step 2: Proactiv Revitalizing Toner

Step 3: Proactiv Repairing Treatment

Step 4: Proactiv Refining Mask

Before my sister started using Proactiv, I told her to take some photos, and here's how her face looked like one month ago:

The first product that my sister used is the Proactiv Medicated Wash. I also used this product and you can read my reviews here and here. After two weeks of using the Proactiv Medicated Wash, my sister started using the complete Proactiv skin care system. After less than two months of using the kit, here's how my sister's face looks like:

BIG SMILE

I have seen a significant improvement on my sister's face. The redness and swelling have tremendously been minimized. She still has some few pimples but they're not as many, as big, or as red as before. Even my sister's friends have been complimenting her and has even asked if my sister underwent some diamond peel.

Though I am already a believer of Proactiv, I was greatly impressed at how fast the product works! I would definitely recommend Proactiv to those who are suffering from acne. I could say that this is a very good investment and that from the effects that I have seen, I could say that this is a very effective skin care line. Don't hesitate to buy the complete set, you will not regret it.

For more information, you can go to www.my.proactiv.com.ph.

The Doctors' Secret to a Lifetime of Clear Skin

How great it would be if we know all the doctors' secret to a lifetime of clear skin? I would love to know these secrets, and  have this little book with me, written by Dr. Katie Rodan and Dr. Kathy Fields. These two doctors are Board-Certified Dermatologists and are the Co-Creators of Proactiv Acne Treatment System.

Let's take a peak at what's inside this book:

I should have read this book 8 years ago! I had bad acne after college graduation and I did not really know what to do then. Having acne had put a scar on my self confidence and it took time before I got that confidence back. Naturally, I blamed myself why I got acne and I tried stay away from chocolates in the hope of having clear skin. Everything I did, did not work. It was frustrating. This little book is telling me now that chocolates, french fries, and soda are not the root cause of acne, it's more complicated that just blaming it on the last food item that you ingested. Heredity, hormones, and your exposure to stress play big roles. Hmmm, I realized that my CPA Board Examination has really got me into a lot of stress after graduation, I think it triggered my acne during that time.

Some habits are just hard to break and if you've had acne then I guess at one point or another, you've been popping those zits. It's a BIG NO-NO. What does the The Doctor's Secret to a Lifetime of Clear Skin say? "Apply an ice cube to reduce inflammation. Then follow with a medicated spot treatment - something with benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, or salicylic acid to speed healing." Wow! I didn't know that an ice cube, which is almost always available in every household, could be a good way to reduce acne inflammation. And of course, if you really want to get rid of those zits, you must incorporate in your routine a treatment system that targets pimples.

The Doctor's Secret to a Lifetime of Clear Skin has 30 insightful vital skin nuggets of skin-care knowledge. We can beat acne by being informed and being aware of the whats and hows of acne. This book is very easy to read and understand, you can finish this in one sitting! It comes FREE with every purchase of your 30-day or 60-day Proactiv Kit. Get your kit at Watsons, SM Department Stores, Proactiv mall kioks, and through www.my.proactiv.com.ph. 

Buy Proactiv and Get a Chance to Win Tickets to Alicia Keys Concert

Hello Proactiv users and would-be users, there's great news for you!

Get a chance to win VIP tickets to Alicia Keys Concert "Set the World on Fire!" Alicia Keys will be at Mall of Asia Arena on November 25, 2013 and purchasers of Proactiv 30-day or 60-day kit will automatically have a chance to join the electronic raffle to win the ticket.This promo is per DOH–FDA CDRR Promo Permit No. 102 series of 2013. 

All purchases made from Sept 16 – Nov 14, 2013 are eligible to join in the electronic raffle.

You can get your Proactiv sets from the following participating outlets:
1. Proactiv Online Shopping Site: http://my.proactiv.com.ph
2. Proactiv Door-to-Door Delivery Phone Hotlines: (729-2222, 1-800-8-729-8888, 1-800-10-889-4444, 0917-801-8888)
3. Proactiv Mall Kiosks:
a. Trinoma, 2nd Floor (Telephone: 380-3801)
b. Glorietta, Ground Floor (Telephone 388-2848)
c. Marquee Mall, Ground Floor (Telephone: 0935-8341523)


What are the prizes?

• One (1) Grand Prize Winner of 2 VIP Tickets worth Php10,560 each
• One (1) Winner of 2 Lower Box B Tickets worth Php4,760 each
• Three (3) Winners of 2 General Admission Tickets worth Php1,060 each 

How to Join?
1. Buy a Proactiv Solution 30-day kit (Php 2,495) or 60-day (Php 3,995) kit from any of the participating outlets within the promo period. Purchase of 30-day kit is equivalent to 1 raffle entry, while purchase of 60-day kit is equivalent to 2 raffle entries.
2. For customers ordering from my.proactiv.com.ph, there is no special instruction or forms to be filled out. The system automatically tags eligible customers and the Account Name will be used as official entry. The promo can be viewed at:

http://my.proactiv.com.ph/Win-VIP-tickets-Alicia-keys-Concert.htm#.UlJunoanolR

3. For customers ordering via phone hotlines, Customer Service Representatives shall automatically tag All eligible customers and your Account Name in the Proactiv database and will be used as official entry.
4. For customers ordering from Proactiv Mall Kiosks, be sure that the Sales Personnel will assist you and help you fill-out Official Raffle Entry Forms available on site.

Terms and Conditions:
1. Purchases outside the promo period or from non-participating outlets are not eligible to join the raffle.

2. If a customer avails of the Proactiv Money back Guarantee that comes with every Proactiv 30-day or 60-day kit, this forfeits the subsequent activation of the raffle entry. If the customer won and subsequently availed of the Money Back Guarantee after claiming the prize, the actual cost of ticket will be deducted to the refund value.

Important info: The prizes are directly purchased from SM Tickets, official ticketing agent of the event. Proactiv Solution is not a sponsor of the said event and is not endorsing the event. Concert organizers are not connected to Proactiv Solution.Raffle Date: November 15, 2013 (Friday), winners will be contacted directly with instructions on how to claim the prize. 

Product Review: Proactiv Refining Mask

Proactiv Refining Mask is a rinse-off mask with 6% concentrated antibacterial sulfur designed to complement your Proactiv 3-step system. It deep cleanses and helps to minimize pores. It comes FREE with every purchase of your Proactiv 30-day or 60-day kit. Aside from sulfur as its active ingredient, it also has Vitamin E, Vitamin F Complex, Tea Tree Oil, and Geranium and Lemongrass extracts.

Here's my review of the Proactiv Refining Mask:

When I first opened the bottle of the refining mask, the scent immediately reminded me of my mother's cosmetics. It smells like those makeup available on the market and it does not have the pungent sulfur scent. I was actually thinking that the product would be yellow considering that all the other sulfur-based acne treatments that I have become familiar with were yellow. But Proactiv Refining Mask comes in a white cream that glides on smoothly on the skin.

Here's how it looks like when applied: 

A little goes a long way. The first time I used it as a spot treatment, I wasn't able to use up all the pea-sized cream that I squeezed out from the tube so be careful and make sure to take just the right amount of product specially if you will only be using it for spot treatment. Adjust the amount if you're going to apply it on your whole face.

The mask will dry into a white cast on your face. At first I thought that it would be hard to rinse off and I thought that I would need to repeat using the facial wash in order to take the mask out. But I was surprised that the mask easily goes off with just using warm water. 

What's best about this product is that you can use this both as a rinse-off mask or an overnight spot treatment. I like using this as a spot treatment since my acne has actually cleared up already by using the 3-step system.

While using the Proactiv Refining Mask, I really felt that it was a very good supplement to the 3-step system. My problem pimples, those that come out before, during, and after my monthly period, would be less painful and wouldn't get too swollen like before. I like that this has really has helped me manage the occasional big pimples that I could not seem to totally eradicate.

This product also claims to aid in controlling oil but I think that I did not need the oil-control factor since I am already very satisfied with the oil control that I get from the 3-step system. What I would like to see, and expect, in the near future are tighter pores brought from using this Proactiv Refining Mask. 

What you need to know about Proactiv Refining Mask

If you're sensitive to sulfur, then you might want to use this product sparingly. Sulfur is a very good anti-acne ingredient but some people are allergic to it while others may develop some hypersensitivity in using the product. The Proactiv Refining Mask is recommended to be used for a maximum of 10-minutes nightly on the first week and after the first week, you may use this for 2 to 3 times per week for maintenance. Do not use the product for more than 10 minutes, except when using it as an overnight spot treatment.

How do I incorporate the Proactiv Refining Mask in my 3-step routine?

You can insert using the Proactiv Refining Mask between your Steps 1 and 2, and you can also use this as your Step 4, as follows:

• Step 1: Use the Proactiv Renewing Cleanser
• Apply your Proactiv Refining Mask to dampened skin and leave it on your face for 10 minutes. Rinse off.
• Step 2: Continue with your Proactiv Revitalizing Toner.
• Step 3: Use your Proactiv Repairing Treatment.
• Step 4: Apply Proactiv Refining Mask as a spot-treatment for problem pimples.

For more information about the Proactiv Refining Mask and other Proactiv products, simply go to http://my.proactiv.com.ph/.

How to Get Your Free Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash

I bring you GREAT news! You can get your Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash for FREE! Want to know how to avail of this promo? Be sure to read until the bottom of the post to find out how.

In the meantime, let me share to you some experiences while using the Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash.

During the first time that I used Proactiv, I actually used the Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash for my face. You can read about it here. Later, I found out that the Deep Cleansing Wash is actually a medicated body wash. But yes, it is still gentle enough to be used on your face. It contains gentle exfoliating beads that removes dead skin cells that clog the pores, it actually helps shed off those unwanted pore-cloggers and soothe your skin to a healthy glow. It contains 2% Salicylic Acid concentration that is excellent in healing and helping prevent acne break outs and Camelia Oleifera Seed Extract and Aloe Barbadensis Gel, gentle botanicals that soothe and heal the skin.

Remember that not all exfoliants are created the same. You should never use an exfoliant which can shred your skin off. Choose one that is gentle yet effective, like this Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash. Also, don't forget that we have to take care of our whole body, not just our face. So, if you have back acne, chest acne, or whichever part of your body, even on your derriere, you must ensure that you have the right products that will help out in clearing acne from these problem areas.

Here's how you can avail of the promo: Get a FREE Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash by following these easy steps:

1. Go to http://my.proactiv.com.ph (tip: do not add www at the beginning of the URL)

2. Log in or create an account (for new users).

3. Order a Proactiv kit 30-day or 60-day kit.

4. Settle the payment online with your credit card. 

5. IMPORTANT: No special instructions or additional steps necessary as the system 

automatically detects your purchase and payment method, and the freebie is 

shipped together with your Proactiv Kit. 

***It is important to settle your payment using your credit card to avail of this promo.

Terms and Conditions:

1. The Free Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash 4oz with market value of Php 650 is not convertible to cash, discounts and to other Proactiv products.

2. The “Pay Using Your Credit Card and Get a Free 4oz Deep Cleansing Wash” promo is not valid in conjunction with other ongoing promotions of Proactiv Philippines Online Shopping Cart my.proactiv.com.ph. Customers who will avail of other ongoing promotions like the “Upgrade Your Kit and Get your Add-on at 50% or 60% Discount” is not eligible anymore for the free Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash under this promotion.

3. Should the customer decide to avail of Proactiv’s Standard Money Back Guarantee, the free Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash bottle must also be returned to Top American Products Solution Inc. together with the Proactiv pack for refund. Otherwise, the refund value entitled to the customer will be deducted by the market value of the free item which is Php 650.

4. One free item is given per eligible credit card transaction. This means purchase of more than one unit of Proactiv kit under a single transaction entitles the customer to one freebie. 

This promotion is exclusive only to Proactiv Philippine’s shopping site at http://my.proactiv.com.ph and cannot be availed of elsewhere.

If you want to know the feedbacks from my friends who personally used the Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash, here's what they said:

April: While using the Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash for 1 month, I noticed that the acne on my neck area has been dramatically reduced. Before I used this product, I had big, swelling bumps on my jaw line. I can say that Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash has really helped in managing my acne. Though it has not yet been totally eradicated, I have less and less acne everyday. I have a very positive experience with this product!

Jenny: On the first week of using Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash, my face was no longer producing too much oil. I am hoping that my face, specially my cheeks and forehead, would be clear from acne soon. I have seen some improvement in as early as 1 week, so I am optimistic that my face would improve in the coming days if I continue to use this product.

I hope that this post has helped you learn more about the Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash. If you feel that this product could help you in managing your acne, then this is your best shot to get the product for FREE! This promo will run until September 30, 2013. 

Proactiv Promo: Get up to 60% OFF

NOW is the best time to purchase your 30-day or 60-day Proactiv kit. Why? Because Proactiv is currently giving HUGE discounts for their add-ons.

What are Add-ons?

Add-ons or product extension are additional products apart from your 3 step system. The regular Proactiv 3-step system included in your 30-day or 60-day kit are composed of the Cleanser, Toner, and Repairing Treatment. If you need more that the 3-step kit, you can get your product extensions at 50% to 60% off. You can choose one or a combination of the following add-ons or product extensions:

• Oil Free Moisturize with SPF 15
• Green Tea Moisturizer
• Daily Oil Control
• Clarifying Night Cream
• Daily Protection Plus Sunscreen 

How To Avail of this Promo:

Simply log on to www.my.proactiv.com.ph and choose between the 30-day and 60-day kit. Get 50% off on your purchase of product extensions when you buy the 30-day kit. If you choose to buy the 60-day kit, your discounts on product extensions would be bigger at 60% OFF.

What Product Extension Should I Get?

A variety of product extensions are available depending on what you need. In my case, I always wanted to have a moisturizer that would complement my 3-step system and I'm choosing between the Proactiv Solution Oil-Free Moisturer and Proactiv Solution Green Tea Moisturizer. Let's get to know these and the other product extensions.

Original Price: Php 1,099

New Price, as an Add-on to your Proactiv 30-day kit: Php 549.50 

Best Price, as an Add-on to your Proactiv 60-day kit: Php 439.60

Proactiv Solution Oil Free Moisture with SPF 15, 50ml

Moisturizing sunscreen helps to keep oily skin hydrated, balanced, and healthy. Designed to provide moisture without added oil, this elegant lotion also offers broad spectrum SPF 15 which can give you protection from harmful UVA and UVB rays that age and damage skin. This ideal all-day moisturizer hydrates sensitive, acne-prone skin while absorbing excess oil. This is fragrance free and non-comedogenic.

Original Price: Php 1,099

New Price, as an Add-on to your Proactiv 30-day kit: Php549.50 
Best Price, as an Add-on to your Proactiv 60-day kit: Php439.60

Proactiv Solution Green Tea Moisturizer, 30ml

Perfect daily moisturizer for dry, acne prone skin absorbs and hydrates instantly. This feather-light moisturizer absorbs instantly, designed to deliver deep hydration to dry, tired skin. It’s formulated with concentrated botanical extracts and powerful antioxidants for a moisturizing experience that’s as healthy as it is refreshing. Intensely hydrating moisturizer addresses the dryness that is sometimes associated with acne medications. This is specifically designed for acne-prone skin-dry, oily or mixed and addresses the dryness that is sometimes associated with acne medications. It is rich in minerals and botanicals (including extracts of green tea, iris and macadamia nut) to help your complexion retain moisture and regulate oil. You can put it on at night and wake up to skin that is unbelievably soft and supple. During daytime, you can also apply this on your skin alone or under make-up.

Original Price: Php 1,199

New Price, as an Add-on to your Proactiv 30-day kit: Php 599.50 

Best Price, as an Add-on to your Proactiv 60-day kit: Php 479.60

Proactiv Solution Clarifying Night Cream, 30ml

Skin clarifying pore treatment combines acne-fighting salicylic acid with retinol for powerful anti aging benefits. It contains salicylic acid to eliminate most acne blemishes and help prevent new break outs. Plus, retinol to help improve clarity of the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines. It’s the perfect night cream for acne-prone skin. 

Original Price: Php 899

New Price, as an Add-on to your Proactiv 30-day kit: Php 449.50 

Best Price, as an Add-on to your Proactiv 60-day kit: Php 359.60

Proactiv Solution Daily Oil Control, 50ml

Eliminate shine with our breakthrough lotion for oily skin! A dramatic breakthrough in skin care, this oil-free formula gently helps your skin balance its own natural oil levels to help stop excess oil before it starts. 

Original Price: Php 1,099

New Price, as an Add-on to your Proactiv 30-day kit: Php 549.50 

Best Price, as an Add-on to your Proactiv 60-day kit: Php 439.60 

Daily Protection plus Sunscreen, 118ml

Developed for acne prone skin, this light, oil free sunscreen shields you against the effects of thesun. Patented micro sponge technology helps absorb extra oil. Sunscreens are essential daily protection for everyone-especially those with acne-prone skin because sun makes acne worse. The light, oil-free sunscreen lotion helps protect the face and body. It also helps prevent blemishes with just enough salicylic acid to help keep pores clear. Absorbs quickly into your skin with no sticky residue.

Aside from the mentioned website, you can also get your Proactiv Solution at the following Proactiv Door to Door Delivery Hotlines: 

• Metro Manila Hotline Number: 729-2222 
• Provincial Hotline Numbers: 1-800-8-729-8888 and 1-800-10-889-4444
• Mobile: 0917-801-8888
• Email: customer@proactiv.com.ph

This promo is available within the Philippines until December 31, 2013. It's the best time to buy your upgraded kits now so that you can avail of the promo for a longer period. I'm sure you'll like your first kit so and buying now would mean that you still have ample time to avail of the promo for your third and subsequent kits. Go get your Proactiv Upgrade Kit Now!!!

Experience of a Proactiv User: Week 1

I'm a first-time user of Proactiv and I have watched a lot of its advertisements on tv wondering if this could really cure pimples. Right now, that I have the chance to use Proactiv, I am very excited and although I am no longer that acne-laden teenager, I still have some few zits that I want to manage.

The first time I held Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash, I read its contents and directions. I learned that Proactiv's most active ingredient is 2% salicylic acid. I have heard about salicylic acid when I was young, before I even stepped foot on adolescence. My mother and aunties were talking about salicylic acid as an effective cure for pimples and they recommended it to my cousins who were battling acne in their teenage years.

So, when I first used Proactiv, opened the bottle to remove the security tab. I now know that I can safely order Proactiv online considering that it will never spill while in transit. The color of the deep cleansing facial wash is blue, and it is very appropriate to its minty feel. The facial wash is thick but pliable, and its texture grainy from the micro-beads.

I particularly liked that the beads are very tiny. A pea-sized amount of the Deep Cleansing Wash has a lot of tiny beads suspended on it and I really feel like I have the cleanest face in the whole world after using this facial wash. I like the minty feel, washing my face after a long tiring day feels so refreshing with this Deep Cleansing Wash.

Personally, I don't like exfoliants because they irritate my skin. My dermatologist has told me before to stay away from beads and other exfoliants because they would only worsen my pimples. I'm just glad that so far in using the Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash for a week now, I did not have any unusual irritations.

But of course, I have some slight changes in my routine before I used the Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash, as follows:

1. I stopped using my regular facial wash and facial toner. This is to prevent any untoward reactions that might be caused in using different brands or different formulations. Currently and before using Proactiv, my face is generally clear but I have a few pimples on my chin. My acne has been manageable but there are teenie-weenie-tiny bumps on my face (that aren't pimples) that I hope would be cleared by using Proactiv.
2. I used the Deep Cleansing Wash starting on a once-a-day basis. I actually started using the Deep Cleansing Wash on Day 1, then did not use any facial wash except water on Day 2. I continued using the Deep Cleansing Wash alternately for another two days then proceeded to a once-a-day routine. I wanted to introduce the product slowly and I wanted to make sure that I did not have any allergic reactions to the product. When I was convinced that I am not allergic to it, I started using it twice a day.
3. I never use pressure while massaging the product on my face. Even if you do not have sensitive skin, you must always take caution in using exfoliants. I never use or exert pressure whenever I'm using the Deep Cleansing Wash because the beads might hurt my skin. We must always be gentle specially on our faces. Also, do not massage a particular area for a long time because there is a risk of over-exfoliation, and you don't want that to happen on your skin.

Proactiv Shining Moments....

I have learned that the Deep Cleansing Wash is actually not only for the face but also for the other parts of the body which have acne. It's good because my brother is suffering from back acne and I am excited to let him use the Deep Cleansing Wash and see it if would be effective in clearing our the acne on his back.

Proactiv Promo....

There is an ongoing promo until December 31, 2013 that will enable Proactiv users to purchase up to 60% OFF on selected Proactiv products when upgrading thier 30-day and 60-day kits. I'm contemplating of buying a complete 3-step kit for myself and upgrade the same but I am still thinking of what to buy. I really want to try the Green Tea Moisturizer but it's currently out of stock according to the Proactiv website. I will give you more details about this promo next week so stay tuned and let's all make our skin happy!

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What is the Best Acne Treatment?

Battling acne for 10 years is not easy. I've tried several over-the-counter medications, facials, treatments, and countless visits to the dermatologists and I've learned one good thing about it: there is no overnight cure for acne.

Below is a list of the common acne treatments that I have tried before....

Overnight Spot Treatment
I've joined the bandwagon a few years ago and applied spot treatments to my pimples in the hope that they would clear out when I wake up the next day. Most spot treatments contain high levels of benzoyl peroxide which is very good in killing acne bacteria. However, though we may eliminate bacteria with this kind of treatment, it's not very gentle on the skin. I have experienced having very dry skin while using overnight spot treatments, even the finger that I used to apply the treatment has become dry and patchy.

Topical Antibiotics
This kind of treatment needs a doctor's prescription. When I was in college, I remember using an antibiotic cream for my pimples. I'm glad that they worked and I continued using it for several months but my pimples did not really clear up. I continued buying the antibiotic cream even without going back to my doctor and little did I know that it is not good to use antibiotic creams for long periods of time because our body might get immuned to it. If we get immuned to the antibiotic, it would no longer work and using it would mean that we're only wasting our hard-earned money.

Derm Clinic Injections
When I have large pimples, I usually go to the dermatologist for injections. I find this treatment very effective in reducing the swelling of acne but I would almost always pray during every shot. Though effective, this procedure is extremely painful. Some people would even get acne injections from facial spas and not from certified dermatologists and this is very dangerous.

What is the best acne treatment in the whole wide world?

Acne does not have an overnight treatment, and acne does not develop overnight, either. Acne becomes visible when your skin's surface has already turned red and become swollen. This is a process that takes about 2 to 3 weeks and is mainly caused when our pores are blocked by oil and dead skin cells causing inflammation.

It is important to clean our skin with gentle cleansers which will reduce excess oil, remove dead skin cells, and kill bacteria, doing all of these without damaging our precious skin.

I'm sure that you've seen this on television and you might have been curious about Proactiv. You might have believed in the product or you might have had doubts or speculations. I will share to you what Proactiv is and how it can help you in your battle with acne.

Proactiv Solution is composed of the Proactiv Renewing Cleanser, Proactiv Revitalizing Toner, and Proactiv Repairing Treatment. Here's how it prevents acne and destroys the acne cycle:

Proactiv Renewing Cleanser is Step 1 of the regimen. It is a gentle facial wash with tiny beads that cleans your skin and removes dead skin cells. Step 2 of the regimen is the Proactiv Revitalizing Toner, it supplements the Renewing Cleanser in removing dead skin cells and ensuring that your pores are not clogged by excess oil, thereby eliminating food for bacteria. Without food, the bacteria will die. The final step of the regimen is the Proactiv Repairing Treatment which effectively kills bacteria and prevents is proliferation.

If you have more time in your hands, you can also go beyond the 3-step routine and use the Proactiv Refining Mask which helps reduce the inflammation and swelling of your acne. This comes FREE with every purchase of 30-day or 60-day Proactiv 3-Step System kits.

On my next post, I will be sharing my sister's positive experience with Proactiv. I will be updating you with bi-monthly accounts on how her acne has reduced and her skin improved by using the Proactiv Renewing Cleanser. I will also share her step-by-step regimen on her use of the Proactiv Combination Therapy Kit.

Meanwhile, you can get your Proactiv Solution at any of the following outlets:

1. Watsons stores nationwide
2. SM Department Stores (Beauty Section) nationwide.
3. Proactiv Mall Kiosks located at: The New Glorietta Mall (Ground Floor), Trinoma Mall (2nd Floor) and Marquee Mall (Ground Floor)
4. Proactiv Online Shopping site: http://my.proactiv.com.ph
5. Door-to-door delivery hotline (02) 729-2222

Stay tuned for more Proactiv updates!

Get Proactiv Like Bieber

"There are some things that just come with being a teenager," says Justin Bieber, who is one of the hottest young pop stars in the world today. Zits is one of those things that just come with being a teenager, and that's why Bieber is using Proactiv because he won't let those zits get in his way.

Pimples and acne are teenagers' nightmare, you can't stop it with the surge of hormones and all the changes that your body is going through. But, don't lose hope. Even top singer Justin Biever is not immune from zits, that why he recommends to "Get Proactiv!" Unlike the other skin care products, Proactiv has micro-crystal medicine to deliver instant acne-fighting action. It heals pimples faster and gentler without the skin-damaging effects that some skin care products leave.

I've come to know Proactiv way back in my college days through my friend, Cary. And I have seen how Proactiv has worked and I'm impressed with the product. That was around 7 years ago, and now, Proactiv has made their products even better.

Proactiv gives you a chance to grab Justin Bieber's Girlfriend Perfume and Laptop Case by simply purchasing your 30-day or 60-day kit at any Watsons outlets, SM Department stores, and other participating Proactiv mall kiosks. This promo will run from August 15 to October 15, 2012. Raffling of entries will be on October 19, 2012.

Wouldn't it be great to win the Justin Bieber Girlfriend Perfume and Laptop Case on top of going home with one of the best skin care management systems in the world? If you're already a Proactiv user, scour your receipts now if you have recently purchased a Proactiv kit. If you're curious about Proactiv, and want to know how this breakthrough solution could help you in your battle with acne, now is the best time to purchase your very own Proactiv kit.

Read the promo mechanics below:

1. Buy a Proactiv 30-day kit or 60 day-kit at Watsons or SM Department Stores. A 30-day kit entitles you to one (1) raffle entry, while the 60-day kit will entitle you to two (2) raffle entries. You may also purchase from the following participating outlets:
• Glorietta Proactiv Mall Kiosk (Ground Floor)
• Trinoma Proactiv Mall Kiosk (2nd Floor)
• Robinsons Galleria 
• Marquee Mall
2. Fill out the official raffle entry form with your name, address, contact number, product purchased, date of purchase, OR number, signature of customer, and signature of promodizer, and submit the same to the Proactiv Promodizer in charge to qualify.
• Note: If you purchase you Proactiv Kit at Watsons or SM, you can read the promo mechanics posted at the Proactiv Solution Facebook Page. Send a scanned copy of your Watsons or SM Official Receipt together with your name and contact number to either of the following:
• Email customer@proactiv.com.ph
• Fax at (02) 729-4444
• Regular mail: ATTN: Proactiv Solution, 17F, Tower 2, RCBC Plaza, Ayala Ave cor Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City
• Your entry must be received by Top American products Solution before the raffle date. All entries received after October 19, 2012 will be automatically disqualified.
3. You must purchase your Proactiv kit between August 15 and October 15, 2012. Kits purchased outside the promo period are not eligible to have a raffle entry equivalent.
4. Limited Money Back Guarantee. As we all know, Proactiv offers a limited money back guarantee on their products. Availing of this guarantee will forfeit the purchaser's activation of his or her raffle entry. If the customer won and subsequently availed of the Money Back Guarantee after claiming the prize, the actual cost of the perfume and the laptop bag will be deducted to the refund value.

Please take note of the following conditions:

•  The Prize is not convertible to cash and or other Proactiv products.
• Winners from Metro Manila must personally pick up the prize at Top American Products Solution, Inc office (17th Flr. Tower 2, RCBC Plaza, 6819 Ayala cor. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City Philippines) and present a valid ID and official receipt upon claiming.
• For winners outside Metro Manila, they can claim the prize personally or request for the prizes to be mailed subject to compliance to the following conditions: 

1. They need to provide a valid email address capable to receive ff: (1) Acknowledgement Receipt, (2) Waiver of Rights for marketing promotion. Customer must print, sign, and email back these two documents
2. Customer must attach to this email a scanned copy of any Government issued ID, plus a close-up photo to be used for future Proactiv Solution marketing materials.
3. They need to provide the correct mailing address. Top American Products Solutions Inc. will shoulder the mailing expense for the prizes. Any return to sender event will forfeit the prize.
4. Failure to comply with all of these conditions for winners outside Metro Manila will cause forfeiture of prize without further notice.

GET YOUR PROACTIV SOLUTION KIT TODAY! 

Have you tried Proactiv before? What do you think of this promo? Tell me in the comments below. =)